significantly narrow the application of the Stark law, a hedge against overutilization adopted before the shift to value-based payment and Alternative Payment Models (APMs);

consider adopting more flexible approaches to accommodate value-based care and APMs that target the Medicaid and uninsured populations; and

consider amending fraud and abuse laws to promote value for all patient populations, support the use of technologies to improve care, support collaboration with post-acute care providers, and address social risk factors.

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Rachel Schwartz is a policy associate at America's Essential Hospitals.

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America’s Essential Hospitals is the leading association and champion for hospitals and health systems dedicated to high-quality care for all, including the most vulnerable. Since 1981, America’s Essential Hospitals has initiated, advanced, and preserved programs and policies that help these hospitals ensure access to care. We support members with advocacy, policy development, research, and education.